Any significant change in a student’s behavior, appearance or demeanor

Why Do People Consider Using Counseling

Counseling is a partnership between an individual and a professional who is trained to help people understand their feelings and assist them with changing their behavior. People often consider counseling under the following circumstances:

They feel an overwhelming and prolonged sense of sadness and helplessness in their futures.

Their emotional difficulties make it hard for them to function day to day. For example, they are unable to concentrate on assignments and their class performance suffers as a result.

Their actions are harmful to themselves or others.

They are troubled by emotional difficulties facing family members or close friends.

They just need someone with whom to talk.

As faculty and staff, you are often the first to notice concerning behavior from our students. If you have and concerns or questions, ask! Consult with fellow faculty members, call CMHS, contact the Dean of Student Services. There are many on the UConn campus who are here to help. Open communication is one of our best ways to reduce problem behaviors and help our troubled students.